Monthly Archives: June 2018

The archaeological team from Oxford University have been back on Sark for the last two weeks continuing their investigations into the island’s ancient past. The team, led by eminent archaeologist Sir Barry Cunliffe, is supported by archaeologists from Sark and Guernsey and this is the 15th year of their research. They have looked at a new site on Little Sark around what appeared to be a standing stone. They have…

Demie du Balmee is located in unique surroundings with sea views and blue-bell valley. Situated between the Avenue and Dixcart bay you can pop to the shops on your bike in just 5 minutes down the tranquil lane to purchase breakfast, or take the 10 minute relaxing woodland stroll down to Dixcart beach, boasting sunshine for the best part of the day. The self-catering apartment offers a traditional kitchen and…

Avenue Cycles 01481 832102 avenue.cycle.hire@cwgsy.net website www.avenuecyclessark.co.uk Established for over 20 years. Avenue Cycles has a large fleet of adults’ and children’s cycles and a limited number of tandems, trikes, tag-a-longs, child trailers and child seats during the peak holiday season. It is highly advisable to pre-book these to avoid disappointment. Open Monday to Saturday 8:30am – 6pm & Sundays 10am – 12.30pm & 3.30pm – 5pm

With the longest day just a week away our riot of spring wild flowers has been replaced with a whole host of summer blooms. The hedgerows are perfumed with Honeysuckle and dotted with the intense purple-blue of Sheep’s-bit. Ox-eye Daisies and the creamy spikes of Wall Pennywort are emerging on the cliffs and the Bell Heather is just coming into flower. Look closer…

Live bands from twenty or more artists from varying music genres such as Rhythm & Blues, Reggae, Folk and Country. Family friendly with activities for adults and children. There will also be food tents, bars, local ales and craft stalls. Sark Shipping and Manche Iles will be running late boats throughout the event but if you plan to stay for the whole event, remember to book your accommodation nice and…

A hundred and fifty competitors took part in the 37th Sark Ten cross-country running event at the weekend. Organised by Sark Running Club, the ten mile run included some of best coastal scenery on Little Sark as well as the main island and the event also had a ten mile walk, a five kilometre run and a children’s race. Pictures by Sue Daly The runners set off The junior competitors…